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The Stone : A Persian Legend of the Magi
The Stone : A Persian Legend of the Magi
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Author(s): Hofmeyr, Dianne
ISBN No.: 9780711213203
Pages: 32
Year: 199909
Format: Trade Paper
Price: $ 10.53
Status: Out Of Print

In the ancient Persian town of Saveh, three astronomers discover a star that fills the sky with a fiery light. Intrigued, they search through their scrolls and learn that the star heralds the birth of a remarkable baby. They set off to honor the child with precious gifts of gold, incense, and myrrh. The child accepts the gifts and in return gives them a small stone. The men are puzzled by the seemingly worthless gift, until it reveals its power in a most unexpected manner. This lyrical retelling of the ancient legend of the Magi, based on Persian versions told to Marco Polo, is perfectly complemented by Jude Daly's exquisite illustrations.


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